In a recent ambush near Jabalia camp in the northern Gaza Strip, Hamas' Al-Qassam Brigades targeted Israeli engineering vehicles, including tanks and bulldozers. Military expert Colonel Hatem Karim Al-Falahi explained that such engineering efforts are critical as they aim to clear explosive devices from the path of military operations. The ambush resulted in significant damage to the Israeli convoy, destroying vehicles and inflicting casualties on the crews. Al-Falahi noted that these strikes disrupt the engineering efforts, which are essential for the Israeli army's advance in the area.
The Israeli army is currently focusing on operations from the western side of Jabalia, with the objective of displacing local populations and destroying residential areas. This approach is part of a broader strategy that involves encircling urban areas and engaging in street-to-street combat, accompanied by heavy bombardment to eliminate resistance fighters. Al-Falahi emphasized that the consequences of these ambushes could delay Israeli attempts to gain control over northern Gaza, as the military faces human and material losses.
Additionally, the Israeli army has been utilizing drones more extensively, which marks a shift in their military tactics. Following an attack that resulted in casualties among Israeli soldiers, the army intercepted several drones over the Mediterranean Sea, which raises concerns about potential threats to both maritime and inland targets. The focus on controlling the border strip with Lebanon is also a significant aspect of current military operations, as the Israeli army prepares for potential deeper incursions into hostile territories.
